Economic impact of medical genetic testing on clinical applications in Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although the clinical benefits of medical genetic testing have been proven, there has been limited evidence on its economic impact in Thai setting. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the economic impact of genetic testing services provided by the Center for Medical Genomics (CMG) in Thailand.

Methods

Cost-benefit analysis was conducted from provider and societal perspectives. Cost and output data of genetic testing services provided by the CMG during 2014 to 2018 and published literature reviews were applied to estimate the costs and benefits. Monetary benefits related to genetic testing services were derived through human capital approach.

Results

The total operation cost was 126 million baht over five years with an average annual cost of 21 million baht p

SUBMITTER: Jittikoon J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7748141 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature